Two cases of bird flu have been detected at the Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia, marking the first time the highly contagious virus has been found at the facility in its 30-year history.

Petunia and Violet were also born at Metro Richmond Zoo. Poppy, a flower name like her mom's, was in a showdown against Hammie Mae, a sweet and southern tie to Virginia ham. According to the zoo's ...

9. Her parents, Iris and Corwin, are the happy couple of two other daughters. Petunia and Violet were also born at Metro Richmond Zoo. Poppy, a flower name like her mom's, was in a showdown against ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Nearly 19,000 votes were cast in a poll for the naming of the Metro-Richmond Zoo’s newest baby pygmy hippo, and the results are in. Between the options of Dumplin ...

The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk offers a $2 off general admission military discount. Active-duty military, veterans and dependents must present a valid ID. Visit the Virginia Zoo website for details.

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The Metro Richmond Zoo has welcomed a new member to its giraffe family. On Friday, Jan. 31, the Metro Richmond Zoo announced that it has welcomed a baby giraffe ...

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Two cranes cared for by the Metro Richmond Zoo are dead after they became sick with bird flu. Bird flu, otherwise known as avian influenza, is a disease that ...

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Virginia (WTVR) — The Metro Richmond Zoo announced “The Poppy Pygmy Hippo Experience” on Tuesday, which gives visitors a chance for up-close and personal encounters with ...